Renters-for-Life Decorating Like They Own It
More renters without ownership expectations will give up deposits to use paint colors they like, though a growing industry sells items like temporary wallpaper.
Realtor Safety Month: 4 Steps to Take
Yelling “Stay safe!” to an agent meeting a first-time client at a listing isn’t enough. Brokerages need to make safety part of their standard operating procedure.
Office Market Return? It’s Still Not Clear
Many companies want employees back in the office, but with unemployment low, employees are in charge. Many are using carrots – not sticks – to get workers back.
Foreclosure Starts Close to Pre-Pandemic Levels
Foreclosure bans ended a while ago, but starts are just now approaching pre-pandemic 2019 levels. But 2019 foreclosure starts were also historically low.
More Fla. Inventory? Depends on Price Tier
Florida Realtors economist: Active inventory is up 68% year-to-year, but largely at higher price points as listings in the $150-$300K range continue to contract.
Highest Mortgage Rates Since 2008: 5.89%
Freddie Mac reports a second-week surge bearing down on 6% after last week’s reported increase to 5.66%. A year ago, the 30-year fixed rate mortgage average was 2.88%.